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ACID’S CHIEF COUNSEL NICK KOUNOUPIAS IS THE 2021 BRITISH IP DAY CHAMPION!
Our survey responders are rewarded with a prize – It always pays to respond to our surveys!
SAVE THE DATE – British IP Day, June 29th 2021
Join ACID’s webinar on the subject of Online Challenges – Social Media Platforms and Your Intellectual Property on the 30th June for all the tips and tricks to protect yourself and combat IP infringement on social media platforms.
Did you know that employers can be held liable if confidential information is brought into their business by new employees? The rules have changed following a recent decision in the English Court of Appeal?
An amazing opportunity for ACID members! Enter for Soho House’s award which gives the chance to design a product or space for the iconic hospitality brand.
The Furniture Makers’ Design Guild Mark Award winners have been announced and we are thrilled four ACID members are included! Read more to see who have won this prestigious design award, plus information on a save the date for celebration.
In ACID’s latest Member Focus, read how Gayle Hall of YouGo Productions started her business. A fascinating journey, harnessing creativity through grief and using art for healing and rebirth.
Join ACID in campaigning for stronger design laws, plus enter for a chance to win £250.
ACID welcomes the news of ACID council member Rodney McMahon becoming chairman of Morgan and Paul Jones stepping into the role of Managing Director.
ACID members Barker and Stonehouse celebrate 75 years of innovation with eco awards and developing their company with sustainability responsibility, leading the way in a green revolution.
In 2018, as agreed in the Creative Industries Sector Deal, the Intellectual Property Office launched a series of Government-backed, voluntary roundtable discussions between social media platforms and UK creative businesses to identify new policies, systems, and practices to reduce piracy online.
The CBI has recently published their 2021 Education & Skills survey and are looking for responses to help shape a skills-led recovery for the UK from COVID-19.
Make it in Design offers classes for all interests and skills levels, so whether you are just starting out on your creative journey or ready to leap to the next level of your career – Make it Happen.
See how ACID got involved in celebrating World IP Day 2021. We have videos from designers, business’ and politician’s on the importance of a higher degree of protection for designers, especially those of SME. ACID also launched a True or False competition, read more to find out how to enter.

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